Celebrating Milestones, Friendship: Basico (SBS, Zaria) Alumni gather ₦50m, hold annual dinner (Pictures and Videos)

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Celebrating Milestones, Friendship: Basico (SBS, Zaria) Alumni, gather ₦150m, hold annual dinner (Pictures and Videos)

Celebrating Milestones, Friendship: Basico (SBS, Zaria) Alumni gather ₦50m, hold annual dinner (Pictures and Videos)

The Alumni Association of the prestigious School of Basic Studies (SBS), Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, held its annual dinner and get-together yesterday at the Ladi Kwali Hall, Continental Hotel, Abuja.

Neptune Prime’s Maryam Sulaiman was there and captured the event for our readers.

The event, themed “Celebrating Milestones and Friendship,” brought together over 200 alumni from different generations, providing a platform for them to reconnect, share experiences, and reminisce about old times.

The Secretary-General of the Alumni, Tamani Yusuf

The Secretary-General of the Alumni, Tamani Yusuf, delivered a warm welcome speech, emphasizing the importance of the reunion in reconnecting and celebrating the bonds of friendship formed during their time at SBS.

Basico 82 Set: From the right Isah, Muhsin Elbaff, Salome Garba, Mohammed Kumo, Sani, Diane.

She highlighted the association’s achievements over the past year and outlined plans for future projects.

From Left: Yayale Ahmed, Mustapha Bello

The National Chairman, Dr. Sulaiman Nda Musa, OON, also addressed the gathering, expressing his gratitude to all attendees and reflecting on the nostalgia of revisiting memories of their time at ABU Zaria.

From Left: Basico 74: Falalu Bello, Danjuma Goje, Basico 82: Mohammed kumo and Sani Minjibir.

He praised the association’s efforts in giving back to their alma mater and encouraged members to continue supporting the institution.

Basico 82: Salome Garba on the right and Diane on the left.

In an exclusive interview with Neptune Prime, Hajiya Rabi Saulawa, Financial Secretary of the Alumni Association, provided insight into the association’s goals and achievements.

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She highlighted the association’s purpose, which is to bring together alumni and give back to their alma mater. Saulawa revealed that the association has established an endowment fund, which has grown to over ₦50 million. This fund will be used to support various projects and initiatives at Ahmadu Bello University.

Saulawa emphasized the importance of bringing together all alumni who attended SBS from 1970 to 1989 to give back to their institution. She encouraged members to participate actively in the association’s activities and to support the endowment fund.

Mohammed Sulaiman Kumo, another union member, expressed his appreciation for the organizers and thanked Dr. Hassan Gimba, Publisher and owner of Neptune Prime media, for his efforts in mobilising the 1982 set through the forming of a WhatsApp group.

He also described the event as “fantastic,” noting that he had the opportunity to reconnect with colleagues and seniors he hadn’t seen since 1983.

The annual dinner featured a range of activities, including musical performances. Attendees also had the opportunity to network and catch up with old friends.

The event was attended by prominent alumni, including politicians, business leaders, and academics. The association’s leadership expressed gratitude to all attendees and sponsors, including Neptune Prime media.

The annual dinner was a resounding success, with attendees leaving with renewed connections, fond memories, and a sense of purpose in giving back to their alma mata.

The Alumni Association of SBS, ABU, Zaria, continues to thrive, providing a platform for alumni to connect, share experiences, and make a positive impact on their institution and community.

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